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Pre-Installation

Visually inspect the HWBT for any damage. If damage exists 
return product for replacement.

Installation

This product must be installed by a 

qualified professional.

Refer to Figure 1 for typical installation of the AMTROL 

 

HWBT Series.

Maintenance

A  qualified  professional  should  check  the  complete  system, 

including the HWBT, yearly and more frequently as the 

 

system ages.

Operation

1.  The HWBT models are designed to add thermal mass to non-

potable, closed, hot water systems helping minimize boiler 

cycling that occurs during no/low domestic load conditions.

2.  Water temperature not to exceed 450°F.
3. System pressure is not to exceed the maximum working 

pressure of the tank.

Warranty

HWBT120-2 through HWBT300-4/4 Models

:

One (1) Year Limited Warranty

Visit www.amtrol.com for complete warranty details.

Chlorine & Aggressive Water.

 The water quality 

can significantly influence the life of this product. 

You should test for corrosive elements, acidity, total solids and other 

relevant contaminants, including chlorine and treat your water appropriately 

to insure satisfactory performance and prevent premature failure.

Welding to the pressure vessel boundary will 

void the ASME rating.
Leaking, corrosion or indications of damage are 

signs of an impending serious failure of the 

buffer tank. Periodically inspect for damage and if noted the product 

must be serviced or replaced. Failure to follow these instructions 

could result in serious personal injury or death and 

 

property damage.

Water temperature above 100°F can be very 

hazardous. Allow system water temperature to 

cool down below 100°F before blowing down this product. Failure to 

follow these instructions could result in serious personal injury or 

death and property damage.

EXPLOSION OR RUPTURE HAZARD. 

A relief 

valve must be installed to prevent pressure in 

excess of local code requirement or maximum working pressure 

designated in the Product Manual, whichever is less. At least once every 

3 years or if discharge is present, a licensed contractor should inspect the 

temperature and pressure relief valve and replace if corrosion is evident 

or the valve does not function.

 FAILURE TO INSPECT THIS VALVE AS 

DIRECTED COULD RESULT IN UNSAFE TEMPERATURE OR 

PRESSURE BUILD-UP WHICH CAN RESULT IN PRODUCT FAILURE, 

SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND/OR SEVERE PROPERTY 

DAMAGE AND VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

IMPORTANT GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION - 

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY ALERTS APPEAR IN THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS.

© 2015 AMTROL Inc. 

Part #: 9017-157 (01/15)

Mark of the

Originator

1400 Division Road, West Warwick, RI  USA 02893  

T: 800.426.8765    F: 800.293.1519

www.amtrol.com

Figure 1

SYSTEM

PUMP

BOILER

2 Port Installation

SYSTEM

PUMP

BOILER

PUMP

4 Port Installation

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